- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albacete to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Madrid will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 19 trains that leave Albacete for Madrid on Sat, Jul 25, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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05863Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Albacete to Madrid:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albacete to Madrid costing on average $18 (€18).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
The journey is about 26m faster (2h 11m by train vs 2h 37m by car) and roughly $24 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€18) vs $43 (€43)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe AVANT, Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Madrid trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05183 | Delayed 4:31 PM 6:31 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 6:08 PM 6:08 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06585 | On time 6:51 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h32 | 8:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05193 | On time 7:35 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 9:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05903 | Delayed 6:55 PM 8:55 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 10:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06205 | Delayed 7:03 PM 9:03 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h36 | 8:39 PM 8:39 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05217 | Delayed 8:00 PM 10:00 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 9:38 PM 9:38 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
18049 | On time 7:25 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 2h43 | 10:08 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
05273 | Delayed 6:14 AM 8:14 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 9:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06775 | Delayed 6:42 AM 8:42 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h41 | 10:23 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
08312 | On time 9:05 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h58 | 11:03 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
05083 | Delayed 9:31 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 9:08 AM 9:08 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05093 | On time 10:36 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h32 | 12:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04143 | Delayed 9:24 AM 11:24 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h59 | 11:23 AM 11:23 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05817 | 12:30 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 2:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05113 | 1:35 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 3:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06535 | 1:50 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 3:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05143 | 3:31 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 5:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | 4:23 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h58 | 6:21 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18043 | 5:38 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 2h47 | 8:25 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
05863 | 5:41 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h36 | 7:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Albacete to Madrid run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albacete to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Albacete to Madrid trains use the Albacete-Los Llanos to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Albacete and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Albacete-Los Llanos is 1 km from Albacete city centre. Public transport options include:
Albacete-Los Llanos has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Albacete-Los Llanos.
ATMs are available at Albacete-Los Llanos.
Ticket office support is available at Albacete-Los Llanos. Information desks are available at Albacete-Los Llanos.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Albacete-Los Llanos: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Albacete-Los Llanos: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albacete-Los Llanos.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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